CSIR-NBRI Senior Research Fellow (SRF) Recruitment 2026

Important dates

Last date to apply16 November 2026

Job Description

CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow, invites eligible candidates for 10 purely temporary Senior Research Fellow (SRF) position(s) under Advertisement No. 11/Project/2026 for the Mission for Cotton Productivity (Kapas Kanti), GAP-3554 project. Qualification: M.Sc. (Ag.) / M.Sc. in Botany / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Life Sciences, along with qualifying NET and 2 years of relevant R&D experience. Age limit: Maximum 35 years. Remuneration: ₹37,000/month + HRA for 1st and 2nd year; ₹42,000/month + HRA for 3rd year. Walk-in interview date: 16-11-2026, 11:00 AM, at K. N. Kaul Block, CSIR-NBRI, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow. Candidates must report one hour before the interview for document verification. Selection is through interview; a screening test may be conducted if a large number of candidates attend. The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.

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How to apply

  1. Visit the CSIR-NBRI official website and download Advertisement No. 11/Project/2026 and the application form.
  2. The application form can also be obtained at the interview venue.
  3. Complete the application form with accurate personal, educational and experience details.
  4. Paste one recent photograph.
  5. Bring original documents and self-attested copies of certificates for examinations passed, starting from matriculation.
  6. Bring date-of-birth proof and experience certificates, wherever applicable.
  7. Carry qualifying NET and research publication proof for the relevant RA/SRF eligibility route.
  8. Report one hour before the scheduled interview for document verification.
  9. Attend the interview at K. N. Kaul Block, CSIR-NBRI, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow, on the date applicable to your post.
  10. Tentative mark sheets and result-awaited documents will not be accepted. No TA/DA will be paid.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at CSIR-NBRI?
The last date to apply is 16 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at CSIR-NBRI?
10 Posts.
What qualification is required for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at CSIR-NBRI?
M.Sc. (Ag.) / M.Sc. in Botany / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Life Sciences, along with qualifying NET and 2 years of relevant R&D experience.
What is the age limit for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at CSIR-NBRI?
Maximum 35 years Age relaxation: SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 5 years; OBC: 3 years. The notification does not specify an age cut-off date.
What is the pay for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at CSIR-NBRI?
₹37,000/month + HRA for 1st and 2nd year; ₹42,000/month + HRA for 3rd year.
What is the selection process for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at CSIR-NBRI?
Walk-in interview by the Selection Committee. If a large number of candidates attend, a multiple-choice objective screening test may be conducted to shortlist candidates for interview. A panel of recommended candidates will be prepared based on interview performance.
Where is the job located?
K. N. Kaul Block, CSIR-NBRI, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow
How do I apply for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at CSIR-NBRI?
Visit the CSIR-NBRI official website and download Advertisement No. 11/Project/2026 and the application form. The application form can also be obtained at the interview venue. Complete the application form with accurate personal, educational and experience details. Paste one recent photograph. Bring original documents and self-attested copies of certificates for examinations passed, starting from matriculation. Bring date-of-birth proof and experience certificates, wherever applicable. Carry qualifying NET and research publication proof for the relevant RA/SRF eligibility route. Report one hour before the scheduled interview for document verification. Attend the interview at K. N. Kaul Block, CSIR-NBRI, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow, on the date applicable to your post. Tentative mark sheets and result-awaited documents will not be accepted. No TA/DA will be paid.

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